Join us on Thursday, October 22 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PT for:
Rising Waters: Managing Flood Claims and Municipal Risk
Jeremy Poole, Alexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang
John van der Eerden, Associated Engineering
Sean Strang, City of Merritt
Flood risk is evolving faster than many local governments can adapt. Events once considered “1-in-500-year” are now being reclassified as “1-in-200-year” — reshaping floodplain mapping, infrastructure design standards, and expectations for local government response.
At the same time, communities are seeing more complex flood-related claims and, in some cases, class actions that challenge traditional understandings of local government liability and policy decision-making. This session will explore the shifting criteria behind flood event classification, examine recent legal and insurance trends affecting local governments, and discuss practical strategies to reduce exposure while supporting resilient community planning. Attendees will gain insight into where liability risks emerge, how to navigate claims effectively, and what proactive steps can help align policy, communication, and mitigation practices in a changing climate landscape.
All MIABC webinars are free for staff and elected officials of BC local governments, and open to anyone interested in community event safety. Please feel free to forward this invitation to others in your organization or community.
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